Dementia

What is Dementia?

The term ‘Dementia’ is a collective term used to describe a set of symptoms that target a person’s ability to think. It is a mental disease that leads to memory loss and can severely affect a...

The term ‘Dementia’ is a collective term used to describe a set of symptoms that target a person’s ability to think. It is a mental disease that leads to memory loss and can severely affect a person’s life. The disease limits one’s social communication and interaction.

Types of Dementia:

Alzheimer’s: It is the most common type of Dementia and is majorly seen in aged people. Alzheimer’s may or may not be reversible depending upon its type.

Vascular Dementia: It occurs after a person has suffered a stroke.

Parkinson’s: Patients of Parkinson’s can also develop dementia as a symptom.

Lewy Bodies Dementia: It is a disease caused by the formation of certain unusual structures inside the brain.

Prevention

How is it diagnosed?

Dementia is diagnosed by conducting tests that involve mind related tasks like memorizing, recollecting, interacting, communicating etc. The doctor examines the physical state as well as the medica...

Dementia is diagnosed by conducting tests that involve mind related tasks like memorizing, recollecting, interacting, communicating etc. The doctor examines the physical state as well as the medical history of the patient.

How is it treated?

Brain cells once dead cannot be revived. However, in order to reverse the effects of dementia, doctors follow the process of treatment through medication. Cholinesterase inhibitors are the class of drugs used by doctors for the treatment.

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Brain cells once dead cannot be revived. However, in order to reverse the effects of dementia, doctors follow the process of treatment through medication. Cholinesterase inhibitors are the class of drugs used by doctors for the treatment.

The therapy helps to make the home of the patients a safer and better place to live. This helps in preventing accidents and prepares the patient for the side effects of the disease.

When do I contact the doctor?

One should consult the doctor as soon as they start noticing signs and symptoms of dementia in the patient. Any unusual signs of forgetfulness, memory losses, confusion and excessive anxiety should be discussed with a doctor.

How does Medanta Provide care?

Medanta Institute of Neurosciences ensures expert care and the best treatment facilities for people who are diagnosed with dementia. The Institute has a dedicated team of doctors supported by the latest technology which aims to provide comprehensi..

Medanta Institute of Neurosciences ensures expert care and the best treatment facilities for people who are diagnosed with dementia. The Institute has a dedicated team of doctors supported by the latest technology which aims to provide comprehensive and multidisciplinary care for disorders of the brain and spine. The institute has specialized services and protocols for emergency management of acute neurological disorders including stroke and other neurological trauma.